2011 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4928 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
